Every year about 362 million pieces of litter accumulate on Texas roads, and that’s why every year a special scholarship is available for Texas High School seniors to help make a difference in the Lone Star State.
The contest recognizes students currently attending public, private or home school that are taking an active role in litter prevention in their school or community.
Applicants need to plan to attend an accredited college or university in the fall 2021 semester.
The contest is awarding a total of $9,000 in scholarships to three winners in May.
Becky Ozuna, Program Administrator for the “Don’t Mess with Texas Program,” said they are looking for students who are developing creating solutions to keeping Texas litter-free.
Applications are due on March 31 by 5 p.m. For more information about the application process, click here.
And remember, you can be fined $500 every time you litter in Texas, and, if what you toss weighs more than five pounds, you may have to pay up to $2,000.